Posted in Ancient Rome

The myth of the Narcissus flower

Who doesn’t love a good flower myth? Here is the retelling of the myth of the Narcissus flower, originally published in 1909. A Beautiful Flower…

Continue Reading... The myth of the Narcissus flower
Posted in Ancient Rome Children

Introduction to Learning Classical Latin – Gr. 5-6 Lesson Plans

To introduce children, grades 5 to 6, to Classical Latin, Latin’s origins, basic pronunciations, history, and to provide exposure to Latin words and phrases. The…

Continue Reading... Introduction to Learning Classical Latin – Gr. 5-6 Lesson Plans
Posted in Ancient Rome

History of Makeup in Ancient Rome

The history of makeup in ancient Rome is a bit of a mystery. There are few surviving records, and the few remaining are unclear. However,…

Continue Reading... History of Makeup in Ancient Rome
Posted in Ancient Rome

Venus, Roman Love Goddess, was also the Goddess of Wild Strawberries

There’s no one quite like Venus when it comes to matters of love and attraction. She’s the Roman goddess of love and beauty, and her…

Continue Reading... Venus, Roman Love Goddess, was also the Goddess of Wild Strawberries